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NCT03156660 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Efficacy of Two Novel Behavioral Post-cessation Weight Gain Interventions
A NA study of Smoking Cessation and Weight Change, Body, sponsored by University of Tennessee.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 305
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT03156660: Completed NA study of Smoking Cessation and Weight Change, Body, sponsored by University of Tennessee.
NCT03156660 is a NA study of Smoking Cessation and Weight Change, Body that has completed, run by University of Tennessee. The registered enrollment target is 305 participants, below the 473-participant average among 188 other Smoking Cessation trials with a reported enrollment target (36% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT03156660, a NA study of Smoking Cessation and Weight Change, Body, has completed, sponsored by University of Tennessee.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 305 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
The study aims to randomize 400 participants to 1 of 3 arms: a) a weight stability intervention prior to smoking cessation (Group 1); b) a weight loss intervention prior to smoking cessation (Group 2); or c) a self-guided weight management prior to cessation (Group 3) and to determine the efficacy of the interventions on preventing weight gain at 12 month follow-up. All 3 conditions receive a highly efficacious behavioral smoking cessation program and 6 months of varenicline pharmacotherapy (ChantixTM), the most efficacious medication for smoking cessation.
Primary Outcome
At all measurement visits, weight will be recorded in kilograms. Weight will be measured on a calibrated digital scale in duplicate, with the participant wearing light clothing and no shoes.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Weight gain prevention (Group 1)
- BEHAVIORAL Weight loss intervention (Group 2)
- BEHAVIORAL Self-guided intervention (Group 3)
Study Locations (1)
Tennessee
- University of Tennessee Health Science Center - Memphis
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 305 participants |
| Start Date | 2017-11-30 |
| Est. Completion | 2022-03-12 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT03156660 record still lists
NCT03156660 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registered 305 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 473-participant average among 188 other Smoking Cessation trials with a reported enrollment target (36% lower).
The record links to 2 conditions, with Smoking Cessation appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions - of which Weight gain prevention (Group 1) is the first listed.
NCT03156660 reports a single indexed study location in Tennessee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03156660 about?
NCT03156660 is a clinical study titled "Efficacy of Two Novel Behavioral Post-cessation Weight Gain Interventions". The study aims to randomize 400 participants to 1 of 3 arms: a) a weight stability intervention prior to smoking cessation (Group 1); b) a weight loss intervention prior to smoking cessation (Group 2); or c) a self-guided weight management prior to cessation (Group 3) and to determine the efficacy o...
What is the current status of trial NCT03156660?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 305 participants. The study started on 2017-11-30. Estimated completion is 2022-03-12.
What conditions does trial NCT03156660 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Smoking Cessation, Weight Change, Body.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03156660?
The interventions under investigation include: Weight gain prevention (Group 1) (BEHAVIORAL), Weight loss intervention (Group 2) (BEHAVIORAL), Self-guided intervention (Group 3) (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03156660?
This trial is sponsored by University of Tennessee, which has 96 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT03156660 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Tennessee. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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